Category Archives: Intern Experiences

In our September issue, we were doing a piece about life imitating art, and in particular, Andrew Wyeth’s art. Wyeth used the Olson House for inspiration for quite a few of his paintings. We had sent our photographer to try … Continue reading →

When I found out I’d gotten the internship at Portland Magazine, I was ecstatic–not only did this mean my dreary internship search would end and that my back-up plan, teaching swimming lessons at the local pool, would escape implementation, it … Continue reading →

Last month when Portland Magazine’s 25th Anniversary issue came out, I took the day off from my job at a local bowling alley to aid in distribution. Walking around the Old Port with 50 lb boxes is not usually my … Continue reading →

Last month, Portland’s Merrill Auditorium exploded into applause as the final notes from the chorus faded into a delicate decrescendo. As a musician for the last 15 years (flute and piccolo), I was secretly hoping the uproarious applause from the … Continue reading →

Maine summers have great renown and, as many of our editorials have shown, draw people from all over the country.  But what about the winter?  Frigid December days see snowy streets and ice-armored trees here in Portland and throughout the … Continue reading →

Recently, I saw my first show at Longfellow Square, where the band Punch Brothers brought down the tiny house with their blistering bluegrass licks. The curious title of their latest album got me to wondering, what exactly is an “Antifogmatic”? … Continue reading →

I fell in love with horses when I was 5 years old. My parents finally gave in to my unrelenting pestering about riding lessons when I was 10, and I think they were hoping it was going to be one … Continue reading →

“Go forth and hunt,” were Assoc Pub Jesse’s parting words as he handed the property listings to fellow intern Betsy and turned back down the stairs.  “Hunt” is exactly right.  Here at PM you never quite know where a story … Continue reading →

When was the last time you gathered around a board game with a group of friends?  For most people, that question is answered in the span of years.  For me, it is only every 6 days ago.  Wednesday night is … Continue reading →

Wednesday night is Celtic Night at Blue, Portland’s most intimate music venue.  Go check it out! This past Wednesday, a trio of talented performers were there.  Three sisters, Mia, Ariel, and Shoshana Friedman, performed an assortment of folk instruments (fiddle, … Continue reading →